Testing , Commissioning & Handover Manager

HS2 Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Free parking

Travel allowance

Wellbeing support

Job summary

HS2 Ltd. is seeking an experienced commissioning lead for the Midlands-based high‑speed railway project.

The role will focus on developing and delivering commissioning strategies for complex MEP systems, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring safe, compliant testing and handover to operations. You will coordinate pre‑commissioning through operational readiness, working with civil, rail, and architectural interfaces, and manage documentation, risk and schedules to achieve timely asset

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Significant experience leading MEP testing, commissioning and handover on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, safety and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning strategies, plans and procedures for MEP systems.
• Lead commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical and public health installations.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning, commissioning, system testing and operational readiness.
• Ensure testing and commissioning activities comply with project requirements and safety standards.
• Review and approve commissioning documentation, method statements and schedules.
• Manage completion, inspection and test records to meet acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate specialist contractors and suppliers during testing and commissioning phases.
• Monitor progress against milestones and develop recovery plans when needed.
• Support fault identification, troubleshooting and issue resolution.

Job description

HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.

Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.

Location

Based in Birmingham - the Central Region runs from the east of Birmingham into the city centre, comprising Sublot Delta, 1B, 4 and 5S. More than 50% of the structures within IPT Area North are located in the Central Region. This region, which covers a complex urban environment, also includes the 3.5 mile twin bore Bromford Tunnel. It also includes Interchange Station, as well as crossing three major highways (A45, M6 and M42).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning strategies, plans and procedures for MEP systems.
• Lead commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical and public health installations.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning, commissioning, integrated system testing and operational readiness activities.
• Ensure testing and commissioning activities are carried out safely and in compliance with project requirements.
• Review and approve commissioning documentation, method statements and commissioning schedules.
• Manage completion, inspection and test records to ensure systems achieve acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate specialist contractors and suppliers during testing and commissioning phases.
• Monitor progress against commissioning milestones and develop recovery plans where required.
• Support fault identification, troubleshooting and issue resolution activities.

Handover & Asset Integration

• Lead the development and delivery of project handover strategies.
• Manage the compilation and verification of handover documentation, including O&M manuals, asset information and certification records.
• Oversee progressive completion and turnover of systems and assets.
• Ensure all handover requirements align with client, HS2 and operational standards.
• Coordinate training activities for end users and maintenance teams.
• Support the transition from construction to operational readiness and asset acceptance.

Leadership & Management

• Lead multidisciplinary commissioning teams and specialist contractors.
• Coordinate interfaces between MEP, civil, rail systems, architectural and operational stakeholders.
• Manage commissioning risks, opportunities and lessons learned.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Produce commissioning reports, KPI updates and project performance reports.
• Participate in senior project meetings and stakeholder reviews.
  
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant experience managing MEP testing, commissioning and handover activities on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes across complex MEP systems.
• Experience developing and managing commissioning plans and completion strategies.
• Knowledge of integrated systems testing and operational readiness requirements.
• Experience managing specialist subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, verification and acceptance processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage programme, risk and project priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Why Join Us

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

About Us

Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.

Flexible Working

We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.